Obituaries

Jun 10, 2025

Eldora Denise “Necy” France Alanis, age 62, transitioned this life on June 10, 2025, after a long period of illness. Necy, born on February 14, 1963, was the first of six children born to Brenda Joyce Sewell France Long and Walter France. She began her schooling in the Mansfield City School system and continued in Flint, Michigan, when her family...

Jun 9, 2025

Katherine (Kathy) L. Nichols was born on August 26, 1945, in Columbus, Ohio, and was raised on the Near East Side by her devoted parents, Alonzo and Beatrice Nichols, along with the loving support of her extended family. 

She was educated in the Columbus Public School system, attending Felton Elementary, Champion Junior High, and East High School. A proud and resilient...

Jun 9, 2025

Eternal rest came to Lee Andrew Cornute, Jr. on Monday, June 9, 2025 at the age of 85. He entered this world as a force of nature on November 11, 1939, born to Lee Andrew Sr. and Octavia Cornute, in Huntington, West Virginia.

Lee graduated from Columbus East High School ('57) and retired from Lucent Technologies / AT&T in 1999 after...

Jun 9, 2025

Jun 8, 2025

Lynda Joyce Holland, 72, of Columbus, OH, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025. Born on September 8, 1952, in Chillicothe, OH, to Jack and Nellie Lynch. She was the third of six girls born to Nellie. After graduating from Linden McKinley High School, Lynda held various professions throughout her life. She worked as a dental assistant at Dr. Preston’s...

Jun 6, 2025

Walter Daniel Harris, (Known as "Dannie" to his close family) 77, of Columbus, Ohio, peacefully departed this life on June 6, 2025, at Grant Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

Walter was born on October 24, 1947, in Blackfork, Ohio, to the late Clarence Vincent Harris and Avanell Craddolph (Harris) Mattison. He was raised in Portsmouth, Ohio, where he graduated...

Jun 4, 2025

Sandra J. Fairchild, 78, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away June 1, 2025.

Mrs. Fairchild is survived by two children; daughter Sheri (David) Bowman, and son Terry (Stacey) Fairchild; four grandchildren, Shane Persinger, Samantha Truex, Thorn (Sofia) Fairchild of Columbus and Talon (Jordon) Baker; six great-grandchildren, Ariel, Adelyn and Ethan Truex and Ophelia, Avery and Ezra Baker and one sister,...

Jun 4, 2025

Andrea Jean Coles, also known to many as “Suggie”, was a lifelong resident of Columbus, OH, and received her heavenly wings on June 4, 2025, at age 72.

Born on October 31, 1952, in Columbus, OH, to Beverly Bell and Richard E. Coles, Andrea carried a light that shined so brightly to the world around her. Serving as Cheerleading Captain of...

Jun 4, 2025

Please pray for Tonja's family as they prepare the obituary.

Jun 2, 2025

Richard Lawrence Wyche, known as "Ricky, Lil Shoes" to his family and close friends, was born on August 11, 1965, to Richard Lawrence Bogart and Michal Jean Wyche. On June 2, 2025, he departed this earth unexpectedly at his home.

Ricky attended Columbus Public Schools. Ricky was a loving father to Richard Lawrence Wyche Jr, known as Lil Ricky. Ricky likes...

Jun 1, 2025

Josephine Harris - Washington peacefully passed away at the age of 97 on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born on July 21, 1927, in Greene County, Alabama, to the late William Eddie Harris and Mary Eliza Harris. Josephine was very much loved and affectionately known to her family as Sister.

Josephine accepted Christ at an early age and united with...

Jun 1, 2025

On June 1, 2025, God called Arlethia Josan Craighead home from labor to reward. San or Sandy, as she was so fondly called, was born on October 26, 1954, to the late James Sr. and Sylvia Young-Stockton, in Welch, West Virginia. She attended McDowell County Public Schools. Upon leaving West Virginia, she relocated to Trenton, New Jersey and Columbus, Ohio.

She...

Jun 1, 2025

Celebrating the Life of an Extraordinary Young Soul Karnell Amir Catling Jordan, age 8, of Columbus, OH, brought joy and light to all who knew him. Born on October 30, 2016, he was a beloved son and an inspiring young spirit who touched the hearts of many before his untimely passing on June 1, 2025. Karnell will be forever remembered...

Jun 1, 2025

Roberta Johnson 71years old from Columbus Ohio

Roberta passed away on June -1-2025 at St Ann hospital

Born on July 24, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio, Roberta was the beloved daughter of Sidney Johnson and Jeannette Johnson. She graduated from Linden McKinley High School and went on to become a dedicated mother, grandmother, and sister. Roberta had a heart full of love and...

Jun 1, 2025

Patricia Ann Waddell, age 81, went Home to be with the Lord Sunday, June 1st, 2025, at her residence. A longtime resident of Columbus, OH.

 Predeceased by Mother, Josephine Parks; Father, Emmett Parks; Sisters, Ruth Parks and Anna Darling; Brothers, Richard Parks, Eugene Parks and Arthur Parks; Grandsons, Juan Waddell, Damon Waddell and Kevin Harris; Granddaughter, Markeesha Waddell; Nephews, Ronrico Chambliss...

May 31, 2025

This online tribute is dedicated in memory of Deborah Sue Custer, who passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025 in Columbus, OH. Please keep the family in your prayers as they prepare Ms. Custer's obituary, which will be updated at a later date. Thank you for visiting.

May 31, 2025

Rosie was born in Shelby, Mississippi, on June 20, 1941. Rosie was a wife, a mother, and a friend. She was married to a loving and devoted husband, Dexter, for 66 years. Together they raised 3 children: Dexter Jr., preceded her in death; Deborah (Robert) McElhaney, Hampton, GA; Darline Bush, Columbus, OH. Rosie treasured her friends, and she made friends...

May 30, 2025

Brenda Sue Reid, (Susie) began her sunrise August 4, 1947, and enjoyed 77 trips around the sun, to meet her sunset on May 30, 2025.Brought into this world by the Rev. Fred Lambert Sr, and Winona Josephine Reid, whom both have already journeyed home.

Brenda only had one special friend, and they brought into the world Misty Dawn Reid, who has...

May 28, 2025

Donald Clarence Willis Jr., age 60, departed this life on May 28, 2025. Born on July 1, 1964, Donald was a proud graduate of Mifflin High School and honorably served in the U.S. National Guard, demonstrating his dedication and love for his country.

Donald was a devoted General Manager in the food service industry for many years. Known for his radiant...

May 28, 2025

Adam Wydale (Wardell), (Jimmy) Jones, the second child born to Union of Booker T. Jones Sr., and Ethel Lee (Round) Jones of Belzoni, Mississippi, July 27, 1941. The Joneses are moving their young family from the Catfish Capital of Mississippi to Lima, Ohio, in the mid-fifties. There, Adam met the Love of his life, Mary Ann Cage, in High School,...